Preserving Benton County's Heritage Since 1949
Explore records, photographs, and stories from the people and places that shaped our community.
Search Our DatabaseWelcome to the Benton County Historical Society & Museum
Preserving the stories, artifacts, and heritage of Benton County, Minnesota since 1949.
Upcoming Event
Stories Among the Stones: A Lantern Tour of the Benton County Cemetery — Part II
October 15, 2026 • 5:30 PM • Benton County Cemetery
Join us for Part II of our popular lantern tour of the Benton County Cemetery — uncovering stories of those who came before us, including victims of the 1886 Cyclone and early settlers. Post-tour social hour with refreshments and a viewing of our authentic 1880s funeral coach.
Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., Minn.
📅 Today in History
United States
• 0336 St Mark ends his reign as Catholic Pope
• 1765 The Stamp Act Congress convenes in NY
Minnesota
• Itasca State Park was established in 1891.
• Ice hockey became Minnesota’s state sport in 2009.
Benton County
• The Benton County Historical Society collection includes more than 140,000 artifacts.
• Benton was one of only three original Minnesota counties officially opened to settlers.
📷 Picture of the Day
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